As well as being tasty, coffee can be surprisingly useful. Whether you’re using it as a natural dye to tint fabric, paint or paper, turning the grounds into compost or fertiliser or using it as a baking ingredient, it’s extremely versatile. In addition, it contains no added chemicals or harsh artificial ingredients so it’s ideal […]
Here at the Wholesale Coffee Company, we love our coffee. Even we’re prepared to admit, though, that our favourite drink might have the odd downside, such as the tendency to stain certain surfaces. Here’s how to remove coffee stains from your favourite wooden coffee table. First of all, most stains on coffee tables are from […]
We all know how good that first cup of coffee makes you feel first thing in the morning – but did you know that coffee can help make you look good, as well? The caffeine in coffee makes it an efficient beauty aid, and coffee grounds have the advantage of being free, making them a […]
This isn’t really a martini, as the alcohol it contains is creme de cacoa and coffee liqueur rather than gin and vermouth. It looks attractive served in a martini glass though. To make 8 servings, you’ll need: 60ml coffee liqueur, such as Tia Maria or Kahlua 240ml creme de cacoa (if you want to make […]
Fancy raising a smile when you raise your cup of coffee? Perfect for home or office, for yourself or as a gift, we’ve found five mugs to do just that. 1. Retro rocket ray gun mug, The Gift Oasis This mug fulfills every childfood sci-fi fantasy you’ve ever had – […]
There are certain flavours that coffee complements perfectly, such as chocolate, caramel and …..red meat. You may not have thought of adding coffee to savoury dishes, but it adds a richness and intensity to beef and venison dishes that guests will appreciate but be unable to identify! This is a take on a shepherd’s pie. […]